Some of the top tourist stops across North Dakota are sharing in $15 million worth of “Destination Development Grants,” according to KVRR. North Dakota Tourism and Marketing says these investments will enhance tourism infrastructure, elevate visitor experiences and support long-term economic growth. Out of 106 applications from 45 communities, just 23 projects were chosen for this round of grants. One of the projects includes: Urbain Cote Round Barn RV “FARM” – Dunseith Awarded: $3,000,000 This project will restore the iconic 1943 Urbain Cote Round Barn and surrounding farmstead into a…
Category: RV Park Industry
Athena Real Estate’s Latest Acquisition: Skyway Camping Resort in Greenfield Park, NY
Athena Real Estate, LLC is pleased to announce its latest acquisition of Skyway Camping Resort, located at 99 Mountaindale Rd., Greenfield Park, NY 12435. The resort features 168 sites, including full hook-up RV sites, tent sites, and rental units. Conveniently located within driving distance of New York City, Long Island, New Jersey, and Connecticut, Skyway is an ideal destination for both weekend getaways and seasonal stays. This marks the 14th acquisition for Applebrook RV Parks & Resorts, Athena’s outdoor hospitality division. Set in the scenic Catskills, Skyway Camping Resort offers…
Founders of ‘Big Rig RV Resort’ Open ‘Midpoint I-95 RV Park’ in Sellers, South Carolina
The founders of Big Rig Friendly RV Resort in Columbia, S.C., announced the grand opening of Midpoint I-95 RV Park at Exit 180a, midway between Washington D.C. and Orlando, Fla., in Sellers, S.C., just an hour and 10 minutes from Myrtle Beach, S.C. The grand opening was Sept. 12. D Melton, co-founder of both parks with partner, Chris Neeley, stated that the park includes a new 4,000-square-foot clubhouse that houses an office, general store, laundry, a gym, his and her showers and a large community room for family reunions and…
N.Y. Agency Approves Nearly 360-Site Expansion at RV Park in Adirondack, New York
An RV campground in the southern Adirondacks (New York) could more than double in size. At its board meeting yesterday (Oct. 9), the Adirondack Park Agency (APA) approved nearly 360 new RV sites along the shores of Great Sacandaga Lake. Some on the APA board echoed public concerns about the campground’s impact, according to NCPR. Great Sacandaga Lake, on the southern edge of the park, is one of the busiest lakes in the Adirondacks during the summer tourism season. For 55 years, the Sunset Bay RV Park in the Fulton…
RV Park Sells for More Than $8 Million in Fort Myers, Florida
Lakes Parks RV in Fort Myers has sold. The mobile home park was bought by a local investor for $8.2 million. The seller was an Orlando LLC named Lakes Park RV. It bought the property in 2018. The deed for the sale was recorded Sept. 7, 2018, though Lee County property records don’t show a sale price. There was a $3.5 million mortgage in the LLC’s name recorded the same date. The park is located at 14600 S. Tamiami Trail just north of Gladiolus Drive. According to its website, it…
The Market Size of the U.S. RV Park & Campground Industry
Why This Industry Matters Right Now Camping and RV travel have evolved from niche pastimes into one of the most dynamic corners of the outdoor hospitality sector. What was once defined by rustic campsites and seasonal RV parks now encompasses everything from family-owned campgrounds to luxury glamping resorts with curated experiences. But its appeal goes far beyond affordability and flexibility. For millions of Americans, camping provides a restorative escape – an opportunity to reconnect with nature, unplug from digital overload, and prioritize mental well-being. As travelers seek more meaningful, health-conscious…
Meyers RV Celebrates Official Grand Opening in Clifton Park, New York
The Capital Region Chamber was pleased to host a ribbon cutting ceremony in celebration of Member Meyers RV’s grand opening at their Clifton Park location. Joining Chamber staff, volunteer Ambassadors, and Meyers RV representatives were Clifton Park Deputy Supervisor Tony Morelli, Assemblywoman Mary Beth Walsh, and Senator Jim Tedisco. Meyers RV opened along the Northway a couple of years ago and has spent that time refining its business model to best serve the Capital Region, building on its success at other locations across the state. With the recent completion of…
Council Approves Conditional Use Permit For an RV Park and an Indoor Storage Facility in The Blair City, Nebraska
The Blair City (Neb.) Council has approved conditional use permits that will allow for an RV park and an indoor storage facility on the east side of Highway 30 and the north side of County Road P26 on the south edge of Blair, according to the Pilot-Tribune & Enterprise. Donna and John Henton made the requests at the Aug. 26 City Council meeting. In making the CUP presentations to the City Council, Community Development Director Jeff Beiermann said there are not very many areas in or around Blair that allow…
Officials Approve Development of 40-Site RV Park Project in Concho Valley, Arizona
The Apache County Board of Supervisors worked through a full agenda at its Aug. 18 meeting, approving tax levies, health service contracts and a new development in Concho Valley. The board approved a conditional use permit allowing Country Club Properties LLC to move forward with plans for a 40-unit RV park in Concho Valley, next to the former golf course. The Planning and Zoning Commission had previously recommended approval with conditions to address traffic access, water usage, and community effects. Source
A New RV Park Under Construction Plans to Open Soon in Columbia, South Carolina
A new RV park is on the way to the Columbia (S.C.) area, and construction is already underway, according to WLTX. The project, Killian Road RV Park, at 234 Killian Road, is privately owned and was approved by Richland County last year. Crews began clearing trees on the site this past spring. The goal is to have the park finished and open by November of this year. When complete, the park will include about 55 spaces for RVs, along with two cabins that can be used for both short-term and…